CDL Oil Tanker Driver - Carlsbad, NM

Company: Plains
Location: Christine
Posted on: November 4, 2025

Job Description:

Job Type: Regular Plains All American is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key crude oil and NGL producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. On average, Plains handles more than 6 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL in its Transportation segment. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas. We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment. Crude Oil Transport Driver Plains All American Annual Wage Range $85,000 - $135,000, higher in some areas (varies by location) $1,000 - $1,667 Monthly Performance Bonus Potential $1,500 Wage Advance (repaid incrementally from each paycheck) We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment. Drivers perform basic driving functions to operate crude oil/product tanker truck, including crude oil testing, loading and unloading. Job Responsibilities: Safely and effectively performs basic driving functions to operate crude oil/product transport trucks Connect hoses between trailer and unloading/loading facility and monitor unloading/loading process Inspect trucks and trailers per DOT requirements (brakes, engine oil, water levels, lights, loading hoses, etc.) Mask-up and wear fresh air breathing equipment or self-contained breathing apparatus when necessary Climb storage tank stairs (may be 32’ in height) while carrying gauging tray with gauging equipment Gauge tanks and test crude oil Operate on-board computer equipment to record data Might share truck with another driver on alternate shift Day and night shifts available in some areas Observe and comply with FMCSA regulations, federal, state, and local regulations, and any other applicable regulation, policy or law, at all times Demonstrate a positive impact by promoting safety in decisions and actions Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required: High School diploma or equivalent 2 years truck driving experience is required 2 years tanker transport experience preferred Crude oil hauling experience credited to enhanced starting pay CDL License with hazmat and tanker endorsements required Successfully pass criminal, drug, and driving record screenings, a Fit-for-Duty Screening and DOT physical This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment FMCSA top rated fleet maintenance program Company matched 401k Eligible for family medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits and more on day one Starting at 100 hours and can earn up to 250 hours paid vacation along with 9 paid holidays a year Night differential pay $1,000 per year uniform/boot allotment Transfer opportunities and personal growth potential Local Hauls - Home Daily, Great Benefits! Equal Opportunity Employer Plains At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders and we also respect our employees need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program. Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensation structure. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. By submitting your resume, you consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of the personal information provided during the application and selection process. Learn more .

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